By Daniel Sanders Madalynn Hughes is a freshman Elementary Education major here at the University of Montevallo. She was born in Kokomo, Indiana and moved to Lakeview, Alabama three years ago. One of Hughes’ reasons…
Local chocolate chip cookie showdown
Five cookie options were presented to our writers, but only one would be deemed the best. Photo by Waid Jones When confronted with purchasing decisions consumers always want to know they are getting the most out…
BFA Senior Dylan Dagnan presents “Seminar”
Although he prefers theatrical works with serious themes, Dagnan ensures the process of putting them together is fun. Photo by Kat Bell Senior BFA student Dylan Dagnan debated between majoring in theatre or mass communication before coming to college, but…
Alumna profile: Sara Perry
During her time at UM, Perry was an English major with minors in game studies and design and non-profit studies. Photo by Jamie Haas UM alumna Sara Perry ‘18 is a firm believer in the…
Marion Brown: A gift to the game
Brown graduated from UM in 2003 with a degree in communication studies. Photo by Kat Bell It’s not hyperbolic to say that among current players, the name Marion Brown is near-synonymous with the game of…
Purple production claims third victim, losing streak continues
The Purple Victory cast waves to their side during "Finale," while singing of Purple pride. Photo by Kat Bell It was Joseph, on the roof, with the pistol “Whodunit?” was the question on every audience…
UM professor of 10,000 students plans on retirement
69-year-old McMinn intends to remain in the area following his retirement, but not without first embarking on a European river cruise with his wife in the spring. Photo courtesy of University Marketing and Communications. July…
The gift-giver’s guide to shopping locally
Sweaters are abound in the recently-opened Brass Monkey boutique. Photo by Katie Compton As November comes to its sleepy end, there are few absolutes that Alabamians can rely on. Will the weather actually get any…